Veggie Burger with Sweet Potato Fries

Veggie Burger

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (whole grain preferred)
• 1/4 cup grated carrots
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper (any color)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan: 1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tbsp water)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
• 4 whole grain burger buns
• Lettuce, tomato slices, and avocado slices for serving

Instructions:

• In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some chunks remaining.
• Add the breadcrumbs, grated carrots, red onion, bell pepper, parsley, garlic, cumin, paprika, chili powder, egg (or flax egg), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
• Form the mixture into 4 patties.
• Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until browned and heated through.
• Toast the whole grain burger buns in the same skillet or oven if desired.
• Serve the veggie burgers on buns with lettuce, tomato slices, and avocado slices.

Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1/4-inch thick fries.
• In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
• Spread the fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
• Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Shopping List

Veggie Burgers:

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (whole grain preferred)
• 1/4 cup grated carrots
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 1/4 cup bell pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1 egg (or ground flaxseed for vegan option)
• Salt
• Pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 whole grain burger buns
• Lettuce
• Tomato
• Avocado

Sweet Potato Fries:

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• Salt
• Pepper

Additional Items (optional):

• Ketchup, mustard, or any preferred burger sauce for serving
• Cheese slices (for non-vegan option)